Pentax WG-3 vs Pentax X-5
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Pentax WG-3 vs Pentax X-5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Released July 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 22-580mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 595g - 119 x 86 x 107mm
- Released August 2012
Pentax WG-3 vs Pentax X-5 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Pentax WG-3 versus Pentax X-5, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are manufactured by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the WG-3 (16MP) and the X-5 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe WG-3 was released 12 months after the X-5 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax WG-3 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the WG-3 scores versus the X-5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Pentax WG-3 vs Pentax X-5 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax WG-3 and Pentax X-5. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-3 Gallery and Pentax X-5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 over the Pentax X-5
WG-3 | X-5 | |||
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Released | July 2013 | August 2012 | More modern by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax X-5 over the Pentax WG-3
X-5 | WG-3 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Pentax WG-3 and Pentax X-5
WG-3 | X-5 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Pentax WG-3 vs Pentax X-5 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-3 enjoys external measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Pentax X-5 has proportions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") along with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).
Check out the Pentax WG-3 versus Pentax X-5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-3 compared to the X-5.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the WG-3 and X-5 is 90 and 65 respectively.
Pentax WG-3 vs Pentax X-5 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The pic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-3 and X-5.
Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of images though you have to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent WG-3 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Pentax WG-3 vs Pentax X-5 Specifications
Pentax WG-3 | Pentax X-5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Pentax |
Model type | Pentax WG-3 | Pentax X-5 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-07-19 | 2012-08-22 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 22-580mm (26.4x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 230k dot |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.40 m | 9.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 230 grams (0.51 pounds) | 595 grams (1.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 119 x 86 x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 pictures | 330 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $300 | $230 |